Canadian Red Cross International Operations

From conflict zones to communities affected by devastating disasters or health emergencies, the Canadian Red Cross responds to the needs of vulnerable communities around the world.

In accordance with its International Operations Strategy (2015), the Canadian Red Cross delivers primary health care programs, relief supplies, water and sanitation and shelter solutions to people affected by conflicts or natural disasters. Canadian Red Cross international programming promotes cost-effective, community-based programs, which target large numbers of people with humanitarian aid that is rapid, effective and large-scale.

Thanks to the generous support of Canadian donors and the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), the Canadian Red Cross assist millions of people around the world every year.

During an emergency, the Canadian Red Cross and partners deploy health care units or field hospitals, which provide critical health services to women, children and their families. These units are equipped with...